Asbestos Lawyers Serve Charleston and Kanawha County

The first permanent settlement in Charleston, West Virginia was not built until 1788. From then, the area has flourished with nearly 51,000 people calling the immediate area home and close to 225,000 residing in the Charleston metropolitan area.

Charleston is situated in Kanawha County and is the largest city in the state. While the area was supported by salt, coal and natural gas wells in the past, today the economy is largely supported by trade, medicine and education.

West Virginians Exposed To More Asbestos Than Most

Between the years of 1998 an 2000, the state of West Virginia along with four other states accounted for two-thirds of asbestos case filings in the United States. As of 2006, our state has processed approximately 33,000 asbestos claims.

Many of the industries that we have or currently support directly deal with asbestos. There are:

Coal mines

Power plans

Railroads

Power plants

Steel refineries

A Look at the Local Numbers

Because of the job opportunities in the area, Charleston and all of Kanawha County is a hot bed for asbestos-related lawsuits.

Over 25% of asbestos-related deaths in West Virginia occurred in Kanawha County

There were nearly 600 asbestos-related deaths in West Virginia in 2001

The number of asbestos-related deaths is likely much higher as the government only began tracking mesothelioma deaths as of 1999

How Long Do You Have to Sue?

Asbestos-related illnesses such as mesothelioma can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years to develop after an individual has been exposed to the product. State laws typically give individuals anywhere from one to five years from diagnosis or the discover of mesothelioma to file a lawsuit.

What If The Victim Has Already Died?

If the victim of an asbestos-related illness has already passed, then the spouse of that victim then has one to three years from his or her date of death to file a wrongful death suit.

When Should You Seek Legal Aid?

Anyone who is suffering from an asbestos-related illness should seek legal assistance immediately. Antion McGee Law Group P.L.L.C. has the experience and the resources necessary to back up your claims and prove that your illness is directly related to your exposure to asbestos.

While we primarily serve in West Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Virginia, we will come to where ever you are to defend your case. Contact us today for a consultation at (304) 807-0739.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mesothelioma?

Mesothelioma is a serious and very rare cancer. There are some treatment options available, but unfortunately, as of 2016, there is no cure.

What are the most common physical impacts of Mesothelioma

The lining of the lungs (also known as the pleura), the abdomen region (in what’s known as peritoneal mesothelioma) and the testicles for men and ovaries for women.

What legal options exist for someone diagnosed with Mesothelioma?

Asbestos fibers are incredibly small and aerodynamic. They also have a long shelf life, which is part of the reason why they were used in various products. Because of that, it’s nearly impossible to pinpoint which specific asbestos fiber is the cause of an individual’s disease. Our Firm works with you to investigate all possible sources of exposure to asbestos to develop an accurate and complete exposure history.

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